Happy Pattern Release Dayāletās make it a party! š„³āØ Grab your favorite cup of something goodācoffee, tea, or maybe a cozy evening treatāand settle in. This is your invitation to slow down, snuggle up, and enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at the inspiration, details, and magic behind my new Moon Spell Quilt pattern. Be sure to read all the way through, because thereās a special giveaway waiting for you at the end you wonāt want to miss. Let’s dive in!!
The inspiration behind Moon Spell Quilt
After making the Alaska quilt top that I taught on a quilting cruise last summer, I became a little obsessed with triangles and diamonds. Iāve played with these shapes beforeāespecially when making Falling Stars, Fragmented Star, and even my second quilt, which was a kaleidoscope quiltābut this felt different. I loved the repeating circle that came through even though there wasnāt a single curve.
I decided to take it further and explore similar shapes, turning them into templates and trying to figure out how I could make that concept my own. After working through many different designs, I fell in love with this one, Moon Spell Quilt.
How did I come up with Moon Spell? When my husband and I started dating, on one starry night long ago, he told me to look at the moon, and he showed me how you can see the shape of a bunny on the moon. This idea has been around for centuries, going all the way back to the Aztecs. The myth comes from Quetzalcoatl, who lifted the rabbit to the moon, imprinting its image for humanity to remember kindness. Something so beautiful that I remember each and every time I see the moon. And love how no matter how dark the darkest night I can always look forward to the moon and stars.
The Fabric brought this quilt to life
I wasnāt planning on releasing this pattern quite so soon. But when I saw the Mystic Fable fabric line from Ruby Star Society, I couldnāt resist moving up my timeline. Alexia Marcelle Abegg created such a magical, enchanted forestāfilled with birds, bunnies, horses, and so many thoughtful details. It truly feels like stepping into a fairy tale. The subtle nod to the apple brings Snow White to mind. While the cozy cabins with their smoking chimneys feel straight out of Hansel and Gretel.
The design of the quilt touches on so many thingsāthe lacy and intricate feel of the background fabric makes me think of sleeping underneath a canopy of trees, where openings form and stars peek through.
Kits and Templates
The blocks are made up of four squares that are repeated and arranged in different ways to create movement and circular shapes across the quilt. The pattern includes in-depth instructions and clear diagrams to guide you every step of the way. The templates are a key part of the design and truly uniqueāthey create a narrow triangle shape that gives the quilt its distinctive look. Iāve partnered with Quilters Paradise to create templates for you, and if youād prefer plastic rulers, you can grab a set in my shop.
I also have four kits available in the shop. Perfect if youād like to skip the guesswork of fabric selection! Everything is ready and waiting to help you get started.
Iāve been so pleasantly surprised by how beautifully the colors stand out against the black background. I expected them to blend in more, but instead they pop in the best wayāvibrant, bold, and full of life.
I want to take a moment and send a huge shout-out to my amazing pattern testersāDebbie Fletcher, Roberta Smith, Miyu Greene, Rachel Fields, and Cassie Gribble. You all are rock stars, and your feedback and creativity make my patterns so much better. Stay tuned!! I will be showing off their quilts on the 19th.
Giveaway Time š
**** I just picked the winner. The random number generator picked 27!!! Sally, you are my winner!!****
Letās celebrate this release together!
š Leave a comment on this post to be entered into a giveaway for:
A bundle of 10 half yards
a rotary cutter and scissors from Havel
Giveaway closes on May 18th!!
I canāt wait to hear what you think of the pattern and see what you make with it. If you want inspiration on what to say, tell me what colors you would like to see this pattern in.
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The Comments
Jacqueline Isler
love the moon star quilt!
Nicky
What a wonderful quilt!!
Isabelle
Love this:the pattern, the history behind and the perfect matching mystic fable fabric collection ! Sweet bunnies, birds, and stars for a magical moon spell quilt !
Christi
I love the color combination. I only have a few hummingbirds right now, but I’m getting ready for the big return.
Erin McCullough
I kinda want to see a reverse of this, with the accents being the focus fabrics and the prints being a solid. Congrats on the new release!
Judith
What a beautiful pattern! So intricate with gorgeous bold contrasting elements! Congratulations š
Daisy Richardson
Yes, the fabric is lovely. I can appreciate how your pattern makes it look like circles. Very clever and easier for any of us quilters that prefers to avoid curves. Well done!
Pam
I love the story of how the Moon Spell quilt got its name! The pattern is gorgeous! I think it would be beautiful in shades of lavender and green.
Erin Thompson
Moon Star is gorgeous.
Lisa Smallwood
This quilt is magical!
Emily
Such a gorgeous quilt. I absolutely love the fabrics you used! beautiful story behind the quilt, too. Thanks for sharing your inspiration! š
Carol Reitano
This is such a beautiful quilt!
Bella Winter
This quilt is so gorgeous! Between the fabric picks and the overall design itās so stunningš¤
Nicole P
This quilt is gorgeous š
Laura Evatt
You are so inspirational!
MaryJane
Awesome quilt design!
Margaret Coffman
So excited to try this quilt! I started quilting 2 years ago and loving being able to now understand patterns and directions!
Ori K
Oh my gosh. And it released on my mom’s birthday! I just adore this pattern. And the fabric makes it twinkle! I’m totally making one as soon as my body stops fighting me.
Kelly Schlang
What a beautiful and unique design! Your photos are also gorgeous.
Stacy Smith
The fabric really does make it shine. Beautiful pattern!
Mary
Love this!
Nishika Vidanage
What an incredible pattern!
Faith
I love the pattern! I think you could even flip flop the blocks or just use one of them to do a gradient/rainbow effect if you chose to use more than two fabrics. I also love how you used the panel in on the back. It makes it a reversible quilt :)!
Christine Weld
What a great pattern! And thanks for offering such a fun giveaway!
Kylee Bunker
This pattern is so pretty!! I love it.
Beth Strand
Beautiful quilt! I love it!
Sally
Beautiful quilt! I love hummingbirds, too! Congrats on your pattern
Brenda Baughman
Beautiful pattern and fabric ā¤ļø
Taylor S
Such a beautiful quilt š
Jennifer Braat
Love this fabric. Interesting quilt. Maybe I might win one of these giveaways.
Diane Beavers
Elisabeth , what a lovely story and insight and inspiration for your Moonspell pattern. You know Iāve been adoring the bunny print you utilized and now I now their significance. I love it! Itās truly a beautiful design and knowing it also means showing and sharing kindness. Like you I will be looking to the moon and stars , particularly on a rough day. Thank you so much and I look forward to the tester parade.
Kelsie Neumann
I absolutely love this quilt pattern! It really showcases the mystic fable prints beautifully. Well done!
Diana Bennett
What a great pattern for Ruby Star fabric!
Ashley
This is really awesome. Love the usage of mystic fable
Angelina
What a fun pattern and generous giveaway! Thank you for the chance to win!
Elysia Williams
Love the new pattern! But my favorite detail has to be the decorative stitching on the binding! I am stealing that idea for my next quilt finish!
April Bloomingburg
Beautiful pattern! And I love love love Ruby Star!!!!š„°
neith
Beautiful prints and designs!
Kaci Moore
This looks so fun!
Gail
Love the Moon Spell quilt. Patterns that look complex and have secondary designs in them are a favorite of mine.
Teri
I love the movement in this pattern and the fabrics are perfect.
Carol Stuart
You killed it with this pattern! Itās gorgeous. Iām a sucker for a great origin story, so I loved the story behind the design. I canāt wait to make this quilt and Iām sure my mom will want to make it as well. Great job!
Vivian Oaks
Your Moon Spell Quilt is gorgeous! Thanks for giving us a chance to win!! š
Tammy
I love those bunnies, they are so cute and perfect for spring. We have all kinds of them running around the yard and driving my dog crazy.
Donna W
Fantastic quilt!
Lynn Aue
Love the quilt pattern and the fabric. Perfect match!